Yukon Weather in May

Average temperatures, rainfall, sunshine and the best places to visit in the Yukon, Canada in May.

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Whitehorse Haines Junction Carcross Tagish

Considering a trip to the Yukon, Canada this May and wondering about the expected weather conditions? Find all the crucial information you need right here, addressing your question:

What to Expect in the Yukon in May

The Yukon, Canada is a region in Canada. May in the Yukon generally has temperatures that range from cold to mild, with moderate precipitation.

Temperatures

During the day the temperature is cold in Beloud Post at 9°C (48°F) and mild in Dawson City at 15°C (59°F). As night falls, temperatures generally drop to 2°C (36°F) in Dawson City and -1°C (30°F) in Beloud Post.

To learn more about the conditions in specific areas of the Yukon, Canada, check out the map below.

Precipitation

In May, precipitation varies across different areas. From moderate rainfall in Carcross with an average of 31 mm (1.2 in) to moderate rainfall in Beaver Creek with 54 mm (2.1 in).

Average sunshine

Many locations offer abundant sunshine during this month. For instance, Whitehorse enjoys approximately 252 hours of sunlight, ideal for those seeking sunny weather.

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Best Places to Visit in the Yukon in May

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Conditions Temperatures Precipitation
perfect weather
pleasant
tolerable
unpleasant
poor

Perfect weather is subjective. On this map perfect weather has been defined with temperatures between 20°C (68°F) and 29°C (84°F) and not too much precipitation (less than 90 mm (3.5 in) a month).

Popular Destinations in the Yukon

What is the weather like in May for some of the most popular destinations in the Yukon, Canada?

Temperature range in the Yukon (May)

Precipitation variation in the Yukon (May)

Whitehorse

In May Whitehorse generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 14°C (57°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 1°C (34°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are tolerable that month.

« April
May
June »
April
May
June
Max temperature
6°C (43°F)
14°C (57°F)
18°C (64°F)
Min temperature
-6°C (21°F)
1°C (34°F)
6°C (43°F)
Monthly sun hours
240 hours
252 hours
270 hours
Monthly rainfall
21 mm (0.8 in)
32 mm (1.3 in)
54 mm (2.1 in)
Monthly rainy days
5 days
7 days
10 days
Weather conditions
unpleasant
tolerable
pleasant
Climate in Whitehorse →

Haines Junction

In May Haines Junction generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 10°C (50°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around -1°C (30°F) and moderate monthly snow/rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

« April
May
June »
April
May
June
Max temperature
3°C (37°F)
10°C (50°F)
16°C (61°F)
Min temperature
-7°C (19°F)
-1°C (30°F)
4°C (39°F)
Monthly snow/rainfall
23 mm (0.9 in)
32 mm (1.3 in)
62 mm (2.4 in)
Monthly rainy days
4 days
5 days
9 days
Weather conditions
poor
poor
tolerable
Climate in Haines Junction →

Carcross

In May Carcross generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 11°C (52°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 0°C (32°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are unpleasant that month.

« April
May
June »
April
May
June
Max temperature
4°C (39°F)
11°C (52°F)
16°C (61°F)
Min temperature
-6°C (21°F)
0°C (32°F)
5°C (41°F)
Monthly sun hours
240 hours
252 hours
270 hours
Monthly rainfall
27 mm (1.1 in)
31 mm (1.2 in)
47 mm (1.9 in)
Monthly rainy days
3 days
6 days
9 days
Weather conditions
poor
unpleasant
tolerable
Climate in Carcross →

Tagish

In May Tagish generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 13°C (55°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 1°C (34°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are unpleasant that month.

« April
May
June »
April
May
June
Max temperature
6°C (43°F)
13°C (55°F)
18°C (64°F)
Min temperature
-5°C (23°F)
1°C (34°F)
6°C (43°F)
Monthly sun hours
240 hours
252 hours
270 hours
Monthly rainfall
25 mm (1 in)
33 mm (1.3 in)
49 mm (1.9 in)
Monthly rainy days
3 days
6 days
9 days
Weather conditions
unpleasant
unpleasant
pleasant
Climate in Tagish →

Beaver Creek

In May Beaver Creek generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 14°C (57°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 2°C (36°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are tolerable that month.

« April
May
June »
April
May
June
Max temperature
6°C (43°F)
14°C (57°F)
18°C (64°F)
Min temperature
-6°C (21°F)
2°C (36°F)
7°C (45°F)
Monthly rainfall
23 mm (0.9 in)
54 mm (2.1 in)
89 mm (3.5 in)
Monthly rainy days
6 days
9 days
13 days
Weather conditions
unpleasant
tolerable
pleasant
Climate in Beaver Creek →

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Popular cities in May

Day & night temperatures, rainfall and average weather in the Yukon in May.

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Whitehorse 14°C (57°F) 1°C (34°F) 32 mm (1.3 in)
Haines Junction 10°C (50°F) -1°C (30°F) 32 mm (1.3 in)
Carcross 11°C (52°F) 0°C (32°F) 31 mm (1.2 in)
Tagish 13°C (55°F) 1°C (34°F) 33 mm (1.3 in)
Beaver Creek 14°C (57°F) 2°C (36°F) 54 mm (2.1 in)
Mayo 14°C (57°F) 2°C (36°F) 43 mm (1.7 in)

The Yukon weather in May: frequently asked questions

What is the weather like in the Yukon, Canada in May?

May in the Yukon, Canada brings tolerable weather. In Whitehorse, daytime temperatures are typically around 14°C (57°F) and nighttime lows hover near 1°C (34°F).

What is the average temperature in the Yukon, Canada in May?

Daytime temperatures in Whitehorse peak at roughly 14°C (57°F) in May, dropping to about 1°C (34°F) overnight.

Does the Yukon, Canada get a lot of rain in May?

Rain is generally moderate to light in the Yukon, Canada during May, with Whitehorse averaging close to 32 mm (1.3 in).

Is May a Good Time to Visit the Yukon, Canada?

Given the typically tolerable weather conditions in Whitehorse, May might be a good time to visit the Yukon, Canada. It's worth noting that weather conditions might differ depending on the location you visit.

Generally speaking, the best visiting conditions can be found in July offering mostly perfect weather in Whitehorse. On the other hand, the months of January, February, March, October, November and December tend to have poor weather conditions.

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